Scent of a Woman (1992)

Synopsis of Scent of a Woman

Driven by an extravagant, tour-de-force performance by Al Pacino, Scent of a Woman is the story of Frank Slade (Pacino), a blind, retired army colonel who hires Charlie Simms (Chris O'Donnell), a poor college student on the verge of expulsion, to take care of him over Thanksgiving weekend. At the beginning of the weekend, Frank takes Charlie to New York, where he reveals to the student that he intends to visit his family, have a few terrific meals, sleep with a beautiful woman and, finally, commit suicide. The film follows the mis-matched pair over the course of the weekend, as they learn about life through their series of adventures. Though the story is a little contrived and predictable, it pulls all the right strings, thanks to O'Donnell's sympathetic supporting role and Pacino's powerful lead performance, for which he won his first Academy Award. Scent of a Woman is based on the 1975 Italian film Profumo Di Donna. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

157 mins

Director(s):

Martin Brest

Writer(s):

Bo Goldman

Producer(s):

Martin Brest

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Adult Situations, Substance Abuse, Profanity, Not For Children, Strong Sexual Content, Violence)

• 1992 - Golden Globe - Best Picture - Drama
• 1992 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
• 1992 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Screenplay
• 1992 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Picture - Drama

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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